1999 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (407 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
